Colonization vs. Decolonization
Historical Patterns of Conquest and Return in the Middle East The narrative of colonization and decolonization has become central to contemporary geopolitical discourse, yet its application to Middle Eastern history reveals complex patterns that challenge simplified frameworks. Understanding the historical trajectory of Islamic expansion from Arabia through the Middle East and into Europe, contrasted with…
The Voice That Calls: Jewish Awakening in Our Time
Imagine being awakened at 4 AM by a voice calling you to something urgent, something that cannot wait for a…
To Occupy or Not To Occupy Gaza
The morning of October 7, 2023, marked a watershed moment in the decades-long Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Hamas militants breached the Gaza-Israel…
The Miracle of Persistence: Lessons from a People Who Refuse to Disappear
In an age when entire civilizations have risen and fallen, when empires have crumbled to dust and languages have vanished…
The Modern Erev Rav: When Jewish Identity Becomes a Shield for Betrayal
At a time when Jewish unity, Ahavat Hinam vs. Sin’at Hinam (baseless love vs. baseless hatred), and acceptance of Klal…
Leor, We are at dinner now and talking about what a great service you led today. Matthew actually said that he wants to have his bar mitzvah in the USA but to bring you in to lead his service. My dad mentioned that he would really like to attend the service at your synagogue in…
“Dear Rabbi, My entire family was so taken by your warmth, intelligence and accessibility. We are still discussing and recounting how wonderful Monday morning was. Julian felt so good not only about his reading, but the way in which you supported, guided and spoke to him. Thank you for helping make such a meaningful event…
“Rabbi Leor Sinai is a caring, intelligent, & insightful person who focuses all of his efforts into making the world a better place. The way in which he accomplishes this is the amazing part — through individual relationships. I have the pleasure of knowing many people in Rabbi Sinai’s life, and I believe that each and every…